. . .[I]t is nothing less than sheer torture of the English language to suggest that a careful exploration of the outer surfaces of a person’s clothing all over his or her body in an attempt to find weapons is not a ‘search.’ – Terry v. Ohio

What is a “Seizure?”

March 2, 2016

Punishments and Sentencing in DWI Charges

by Carolina Attorneys

What are the Factors Considered in Punishments and Sentencing in DWI Charges?

What are Grossly Aggravating Factor(s)?
What are Aggravating Factors?

February 21, 2016

Are There Time Limits for Search Warrants?

by Carolina Attorneys

Are There Time Limits for a Search Warrant in North Carolina?

NCGA 15A-258
Must be Executed

February 16, 2016

Protected: When Do They Need a Search Warrant?

by Carolina Attorneys

Attorney Bill Powers discusses: When Do They Need a Search Warrant in North Carolina?

Do I Have Rights?

February 15, 2016

What Happens When I Call a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

by Carolina Attorneys

Attorney Bill Powers answers the Question: What Happens When I Call a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

What Does It Cost?
How Long Will It Take?

February 12, 2016

New North Carolina Expunction of Records Law

by Carolina Attorneys

The North Carolina General Assembly Ratified and Governor Pat McCrory signed New North Carolina Expunction of Records Law “Senate Bill 233”

Effective Date December 1, 2015
Applies to Offenses Filed on or after December 1, 2015

January 28, 2016

Powers Included on the 2016 “Top 100” North Carolina Super Lawyers List

by Carolina Attorneys

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Powers Included on the 2016 “Top 100” North Carolina Super Lawyers List

Powers Law Firm PA, a Charlotte-Metro law firm, recently received notice two attorneys for the firm have been included in 2016 North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine. Bill Powers Included on the 2016 “Top 100” North Carolina Super Lawyers List.

January 24, 2016

Powers Law Firm PA Included in Best Law Firms List

by Carolina Attorneys

Powers Law Firm PA Included in Best Law Firms List

Powers Law Firm PA, a Charlotte-Metro based law firm recently received notice it has been included in the 2016 U.S. News – Best Lawyers ® “Best Law Firms” publication. The firm has been named a Charlotte Tier 1 “Best Law Firms” for the area of DUI / DWI Defense. Bill Powers is also listed individually within the The Best Lawyers in America 2016 publication for his work in DUI / DWI Defense and Criminal Defense: General Practice.

According to Best Lawyers ®